Readers were overall very positive about the event and were happy about the revenue and visitors it would bring to the community.

Here's what they had to say:

"I was there this morning. The place was packed. At $10 per car for
parking (which I suspect the park kept), $50 per head to register, all
the merchandise and food /drink that was sold, this was a huge money
making event. I no longer live in Flint but grew up there. So ,
Flintites, don't scoff; these events are good for your community!" - girlfromthed

"every reputable hotel room in the county was booked last night and
tonight. The local bars were hopping, it was tough to get a table in
some places, the economic impact is said to be in the millions of
dollars and volunteer groups are raising money helping at the
facilities. This sounds like a definite plus. Even if a few tax dollars
have to be used it is an overall economic plus. You can't have it both
ways." - overthehillz

"Big, fun events like this are a good thing! They bring people to the
area to have a good time, spend money, and leave with a good impression
of the area! Do you complain about the Crim and Back to the Bricks too?
And any other big event in the county? Were you glad when we lost the
PGA Tour stop in GB?" - simons12

"Why all the negative comments, these are trail that equestrians normally
use. This area is in a flood plain, so it's not much good for anything
else. I was out there on Friday and the organizers have made the trails
more accessible than they were, since they were over grown with 2 foot
tall weeds and overgrown tree limbs." - justin